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# HSN Code 83111000: Coated electrodes for arc-welding

- [Section 15: Guide to HSN Section 15](https://busy.in/hsn/section-15/)
- [Chapter 83: Miscellaneous Base Metal Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-83/)
- [Sub-chapter 8311: Welding, soldering, brazing products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8311/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Coated electrodes of base metal, for electric arc-welding | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 83111000 ?

It includes Nuclear Reactors

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Coated electrodes for arc-welding?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

### Any common misclassification issue with Coated electrodes for arc-welding?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Coated electrodes for arc-welding?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Coated electrodes for arc-welding?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Coated electrodes for arc-welding is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Coated electrodes for arc-welding; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 83111000 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: ₹449 Cr (+25.08% YoY) — 0.0122% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹140 Cr (+8.68% YoY) — 0.0023% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹309 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #892 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8311: 65.58% of its exports; import side 15.13%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8311: #1 of 5 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 13.71% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1091 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +54.06% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8311: 65.58% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 83111000

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Sub-Ch. 8311 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8311 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 207.83 | 0.0091% | — | 64.85% | 123.58 | 0.0034% | — | 17.85% | +84.25 | #1280 |
| FY 2019-20 | 212.99 | 0.0097% | +2.48% | 62.63% | 131.52 | 0.0039% | +6.43% | 20.01% | +81.47 | #1262 |
| FY 2020-21 | 136.18 | 0.0063% | −36.06% | 49.40% | 119.15 | 0.0041% | −9.41% | 19.38% | +17.03 | #1754 |
| FY 2021-22 | 194.07 | 0.0062% | +42.51% | 54.64% | 133.17 | 0.0029% | +11.77% | 16.51% | +60.90 | #1678 |
| FY 2022-23 | 298.99 | 0.0083% | +54.06% | 57.34% | 161.79 | 0.0028% | +21.49% | 18.05% | +137.20 | #1338 |
| FY 2023-24 | 359.16 | 0.0099% | +20.12% | 60.60% | 128.73 | 0.0023% | −20.43% | 15.34% | +230.43 | #1243 |
| FY 2024-25 | 449.22 | 0.0122% | +25.08% | 65.58% | 139.91 | 0.0023% | +8.68% | 15.13% | +309.31 | #1091 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 13.71%/yr, imports 2.09%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 83111000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 13.71% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 83111000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 13.71% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹207.83 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹449.22 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 83111000 ranked #1091 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 83111000 ranks #1091 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8311, it ranks #1 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #892 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 83111000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 83111000 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 54.06% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹309.31 Crore in HSN Code 83111000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹449.22 Cr exceeded imports of ₹139.91 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹309.31 Crore — ranking #892 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 2.09% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Coated electrodes for arc-welding

India's imports under HSN Code 83111000 have grown at 2.09% CAGR, reaching ₹139.91 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 83111000 contributes 65.58% of Sub-Chapter 8311 exports — ranked #1

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8311, HSN Code 83111000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 65.58% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 15.13% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8311

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 83111000: Coated electrodes for arc-welding (this hsn code) | ₹449 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 83113090: Coated Rods & Cored Wire, Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83113090/) | ₹174 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 83112000: Cored wire for welding](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83112000/) | ₹30 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 83119000: Coated welding wire/rods other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83119000/) | ₹26 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 83113010: Coated Rods & Cored Wire, Agglomerated Base Metal](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83113010/) | ₹6 Cr |